WhileElectris ceases operations A new supplier is emerging in the consumer gas and electricity market: Energy Revolt. This cooperative supplier promises 100% carbon-free energy from Luxembourg, with full transparency on the origin of production. We tell you all about it.
In a nutshell:
- Energy Revolt emerges as a cooperative supplier of 100% carbon-free electricity from Luxembourg with total transparency on the origin of production.
- The cooperative has over a hundred members and almost a thousand customers., This will enable consumers to become shareholder-co-operators for €150 per share, giving them a say in key decisions on the energy transition.
- Energy Revolt relies on a network of 281 partner producers in Luxembourg with 6,869 kW of photovoltaic capacity (equivalent to 1,810 homes) and 1,200 kW of wind power capacity (324 homes), exceeding the consumption of its thousands of customers.
- Tariffs are higher than those of the incumbent suppliers but finance a local alternative model, with 100% customer service based in Luxembourg speaking more than 10 languages and responding within 20 minutes, invoiced monthly on an actual basis with no annual smoothing.
Innovative and collaborative. That's how Energy Revolt defines itself, cooperative society which offers Luxembourg residents a different vision of electricity supply. This vision is based on sharing renewable energy and local energy autonomy.
In simple terms, Energy Revolt buys green electricity from Luxembourg producers and sells it on to... Luxembourg consumers!
A citizens' cooperative
What sets Energy Revolt apart from traditional suppliers is its cooperative status. With over a hundred members and almost a thousand customers (at the time of writing), the company offers a model where consumers can also become shareholder-co-operators (for €150 per share).
This participatory approach enables citizens to become directly involved in Luxembourg's energy transition:
- They have their say on the cooperative's major decisions and become genuinely involved in the Grand Duchy's energy transition
- They can enjoy the company's financial benefits (at least in theory, as all profits are reinvested in electricity generation projects in Luxembourg)
An alternative model with different terms and conditions
The new electricity supplier offers a relatively standard tariff with a fixed price per kWh.
Its tariffs are higher than those of the incumbent suppliers, but they make it possible to finance an alternative model based on proximity and green electricity.
Concerning payment terms, Energy Revolt bills its users on a monthly basis for their actual electricity consumption (there is no smoothing over the year). The winter months are therefore more expensive for those who heat with electricity (conversely, summers are milder).
A customer service claimed to be close and responsive
"All our teams are based here in Luxembourg," explains Thierry Hanotin, one of Energy Revolt's representatives.
French, English, German, Luxembourgish, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian? We speak more than ten languages. We take care of your request within 20 minutes. And above all : we know the names of all our customers!"
"That's the advantage of having a dynamic and flexible team that is 100% local."he continues.
A responsiveness and multilingualism that could appeal to many Luxembourg residents.
Made in Luxembourg production
Energy Revolt's strength lies in its ability to produce 100% green, local electricity. To meet its customers' consumption needs, the cooperative buys electricity from professionals and private individuals based in the Grand Duchy.
According to the latest information, Energy Revolt has begun to develop an interesting network:
- 281 partner producers (Luxembourg professionals and individuals)
- 6869 kW of installed photovoltaic capacity (equivalent to the consumption of 1,810 households, for just over a thousand customers)
- 1200 kW of wind power capacity (supplying around 324 homes)
An offer that stands out from traditional suppliers
Unlike traditional players on the market, Energy Revolt claims :
- Truly local electricity 100% of electricity comes from domestic installations, a higher commitment than traditional 'green' offers.
- Total transparency Members can ask exactly where the production they buy and consume comes from.
- A participatory model By becoming a cooperative member, every customer can participate in the company's decisions and development.
Conclusion
For Luxembourg consumers, this new offering represents a credible alternative to traditional suppliers, with the added advantage of playing an active part in the country's energy transition.
At a time when environmental concerns and volatile energy prices are taking centre stage, the Energy Revolt model could well herald the future of the electricity market.
In short: Is Energy Revolt right for you?
Yes, if...
- You want to do something for the environment You want to use 100% renewable and local electricity, with a direct impact on the development of green energy in Luxembourg.
- You like transparency The details of pricing and the origin of your electricity are important to you. You like to know exactly what you're paying and why.
- You want to be part of the energy transition : As a cooperative member, you can make an active contribution to the decisions and development of renewable energies.
- You have solar panels You already produce your own electricity and want to optimise your production by sharing it with other consumers.
No, yes...
- You prefer absolute simplicity : The cooperative model and the energy-sharing system require a minimum of involvement and understanding.
- You are totally uninterested in where your electricity comes from If you don't care where your electricity comes from or what impact it has on the environment.
- You're looking for the cheapest electricity possible
Good to know
Joining a cooperative supplier like Energy Revolt is a commitment. in a collective energy transition project. This participative dimension is both an advantage for those who want to get involved and a potential hindrance for those who prefer a more traditional relationship with their energy supplier.
